Heroes: Season 1
Heroes: "Unexpected" Review
Television Review (February 20, 2007)
As the promos promised, there was flying and there was dying, on this exciting episode.
Behind the Glasses: Heroes Star Jack Coleman
Television Feature (February 16, 2007)
The Heroes star on whether his character is good, bad, or something else.
Heroes: ''Run!'' Review
Television Review (February 13, 2007)
Claire's life becomes even more complicated as Matt and Jessica have a heroes showdown.
Heroes: Season 1 Episodes
Original Airdate: 9/25/06
As a total eclipse casts its shadow across the globe, a genetics professor in India is led by his father's disappearance to uncover a secret theory -- there are people with super powers living among us. A young dreamer tries to convince his politician brother that he can fly. A high school cheerleader learns that she is totally indestructible. A single mother struggles to make ends meet to support her young son, discovers that her mirror image has a secret. A gifted artist, whose drug addiction is destroying his life and relationship with his girlfriend, can paint the future. And in Japan, a young man develops a way to stop time through sheer will power. Yet, unbeknownst to them all, their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world...
Original Airdate: 10/02/06
Outside a bizarre, gruesome crime scene, Los Angeles beat cop Matt Parkman is the only one who can hear the cries of a missing little girl. Claire almost reveals her secret ability to the entire school after learning that her injury attempt tape has disappeared. Thinking she's going crazy, Niki loses another block of time after waking to find some brutally murdered thugs in her garage, only to be confronted by Social Services about son Micah. While office drone Hiro investigates New York, Nathan confronts Peter following his plunge off a building.
Original Airdate: 10/09/06
As the Heroes continue to test their newfound extraordinary abilities, Claire tries to maintain a normal social life when a romance with the football quarterback takes a tragic turn. While Hiro convinces his friend that they are destined to travel to America to save the world, a frightened Niki follows instructions from a mysterious, unknown source that directs her to the middle of the desert. Meanwhile, Nathan uses Peter's accident to propel his political campaign. The elusive Sylar is being hunted by both Matt and the FBI, as well as Suresh, whose father's journal leads to potential clues.
Original Airdate: 10/16/06
Suresh finally tracks down one of his fathers fabled genetically advanced "supermen." In Las Vegas, Hiro's plan backfires when he cautiously turns time to his advantage at the gambling tables. Nikis mafia debtors use their leverage to their benefit in a more elaborate scheme, while Nathan pays a personal visit to a wealthy Vegas contributor to raise additional campaign funds. Following a tragic turn at a bonfire, Claire's uncanny healing abilities are put to the ultimate test, but according to Issacs paintings, her future could be fraught with even more peril. Meanwhile, Matts abilities are gauged by a pair of men who seem to know a great deal about people with special gifts.
Original Airdate: 10/23/06
Confused after losing track of another block of time, Niki finds the police on her doorstep, searching for her fugitive husband D.L. Hawkins. Claire confesses to her father. Hiro and his friend get jumped by some Vegas high-rollers. Peter receives a life-changing message from an unlikely source. Meanwhile, Matt secretly uses his mind-reading ability to anticipate his wife's needs. Dismayed by recent events, Suresh makes plans to return to India to lay both his father's remains and his research to rest.
Original Airdate: 10/30/06
Hiro and his buddy embark on their heroic journey to New York, when they are stopped by a Vegas high-roller who offers them a deal they can't refuse. As H.R.G sets up a meeting for his daughter Claire with her biological parents, she hopes that questions about her newfound indestructibility can be answered. Meanwhile, Isaac receives another confusing call from Hiro, but Peter is there this time to pick up the phone and relay a life-saving message.
Original Airdate: 11/06/06
Facing a crisis involving her son Micah, a distraught Niki reveals her recent personal struggles to a friend. Pushing aside his own issues at home, Matt assists Audrey's investigation into another bizarre murder, but their pursuit of mysterious serial killer Sylar takes an unexpected turn. After failing to act like a "superhero" when faced with danger, Hiro questions his heroism. Nathan and his wife Heidi strategize how to win the congressional election.
Original Airdate: 11/13/06
Back in India to mourn the passing of his father, Suresh encounters mysterious dreams of the past that force him to question what path to take next. Continuing their journey to New York, Hiro and Ando stop at a diner and meet someone interesting. In crisis, Niki comes to a personal understanding. Determined to see one of Isaac's paintings that Simone recently sold, Peter asks Nathan for help in finding a key to the future. Intent on getting back to her normal life, Claire focuses on Homecoming preparations, unaware of what's to come. Meanwhile, H.R.G. and a surprising associate focus their attentions on another "hero."
Original Airdate: 11/20/06
As H.R.G. tries to protect his daughter by any means, Claire's high school Homecoming celebration turns into a frightening night for many. Nathan and Simone work together to find Isaac's painting for Peter, but this key to the future could lead to tragedy. Meanwhile, Hiro travels back in time to right an upsetting wrong. As Niki puts a goal in sight, Micah spends time with his dad. Still experiencing strange dreams while in India, Suresh learns of a boy that might pull him back into his father's research.
Original Airdate: 11/27/06
As the clock turns back six months for all of the "Heroes," Mohinder's father Chandra Suresh arrives in New York to begin his quest to find individuals with extraordinary abilities, and meets someone all to eager to be special. Peter celebrates his graduation from nursing school, and learns that Nathan plans to prosecute a case that could mean trouble for the entire Petrelli family. A surprise visit from her father brings out the worst in Niki. Hiro attempts to be a hero and change the future for someone important. Claire joins the cheerleading squad and makes a curious discovery. H.R.G. and the Haitian meet someone special.
Original Airdate: 12/04/06
The tragic events in Texas have sad, serious repercussions for many of the "heroes," their families and friends. Meanwhile, shocking details about the moments leading up to Issac's predicted New York City nuclear bombing are revealed. Later, Issac's newest painting has fascinating future implications for a hero in crisis. Suresh takes the first steps along his new path. Matt and F.B.I. Agent Audrey Hanson pursue a break in the Sylar case. Horrified by Jessica's recent actions, Niki makes a tough decision to protect her family.
Original Airdate: 1/22/07
Picking up two weeks after recent events, Nathan's determination to save a comatose Peter forces him to turn to Simone for help. Isaac's puzzling "Hiro vs. T-Rex" painting inspires Hiro and Ando to search for the pictured samurai sword. Jessica struggles against Niki's decision to turn herself into police. With his associate Eden dead and Matt on his heels, H.R.G. tries to focus on his orders regarding Sylar. After being offered a choice by the Haitian, Claire struggles with changes her decision has wrought. Taking up his father's quest, Suresh attempts to share information about who is "on the list" of people with special abilities and the threats to their lives. Meanwhile, a new hero makes a shocking debut.
Original Airdate: 1/29/07
Chased by unknown assailants, Hiro's search for the sword takes a turn when his father appears. A cleaned up Issac dedicates himself to stopping New York's destruction -- and Peter. Claude, an invisible man with a mysterious past, might have something to teach a would-be hero. D.L. struggles with new family responsibilities as Matt opens up to his wife Janice. H.R.G. focuses on his murderous captive, Sylar. Meanwhile, after seeking out the Haitian, Claire secretly embarks on a search for her true birth parents. While working to find those on "the list," Suresh receives a surprising visitor.
Original Airdate: 2/05/07
Hiro struggles to make his father, a corporate tycoon, and ambitious sister understand his new heroic path in life. Niki has a chance to be with D.L and Micah again, but will she really be with them? Claude attempts to teach Peter to harness his abilities, but the process could shatter Peter's faith in those closest to him. Determined to find her birth mother, Claire makes her way to a trailer park in Texas. Meanwhile, Sylar makes a shocking move against H.R.G. -- and his family.
Original Airdate: 2/12/07
While the scandalous truth about Claire's real father is revealed, her adoptive mother faces a crisis. Matt takes a job as a bodyguard for a crooked attorney, which puts him in the crosshairs of Linderman's new assassin. Hiro and Ando return to Las Vegas to find the sword, but get sidetracked by a damsel in distress. Suresh finds someone on the list and unknowingly puts himself in grave danger. Meanwhile, Simone turns to some unlikely help in her and Nathan's struggle to find Peter.
Original Airdate: 2/19/07
Peter painfully learns that someone close may have betrayed him and Claude. Matt's world spirals out of control when radioactive man Ted Sprague and Hana Gitelman, a fierce young woman with "wireless" mental abilities, drop into his life. After blood is spilled, Hiro makes a difficult decision about his mission. Claire is unable to contain her anger at her father.
Original Airdate: 2/26/07
H.R.G.'s past catches up to him as Matt and Ted Sprague, come to Texas looking for answers, and take him, his wife, son and Claire hostage -- leading to a tragic, explosive showdown. Secrets are revealed and new threats to the "heroes" are introduced.
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Reviews
Heroes: "Unexpected" Review
- February 20, 2007
As the promos promised, there was flying and there was dying, on this exciting episode.
Heroes: ''Run!'' Review
- February 13, 2007
Claire's life becomes even more complicated as Matt and Jessica have a heroes showdown.
Heroes: ''Distractions'' Review
- February 6, 2007
Peter discovers the depth of his power, while Claire learns more about her family.
Heroes: "The Fix" Review
- January 30, 2007
Both Claire and Hiro were surprised by a parent, while Peter tried to gain some guidance from the invisible man.
Heroes: ''Godsend'' Review
- January 23, 2007
The series returned with its best episode yet.
Heroes: "Fallout" Review
- December 5, 2006
The world of our heroes became smaller as most reacted to the events in Odessa.
Heroes: ''Six Months Ago'' Review
- November 28, 2006
Looking back six months reveals much, including the origin of Sylar.
Heroes: "Homecoming" Review
- November 21, 2006
Peter travels to Texas to save the cheerleader.
Heroes: "Seven Minutes to Midnight" Review
- November 14, 2006
We inch only slightly closer to saving the world, while Hiro starts a whole new adventure.
Heroes: ''Nothing to Hide'' Review
- November 7, 2006
With so many secrets being revealed, this latest episode was an information overload.
Heroes: "Better Halves" Review
- October 31, 2006
D.L. returns to clear his name, while Mr. Bennet continues to pull strings from a shroud of mystery.
Heroes: "Hiro's" Review
- October 24, 2006
With no major story advance, this week's episode failed to live up to last week's cliffhanger.
Heroes: "Collision" Review
- October 17, 2006
Though hit and miss, "Collision" still packs some great punches.
Heroes: "One Giant Leap" Review
- October 10, 2006
More is learned about our heroes, as the show continues its run of jaw-dropping endings.
Heroes: "Don't Look Back" Review
- October 3, 2006
The disappointingly slow second episode ends with an enjoyable bang.
Heroes: "Pilot" Review
- September 26, 2006
Minus spandex and capes, Heroes imagines superhuman abilities in an ordinary world.
News
Sulu and Doctor Who Are Coming to Heroes!
- November 20, 2006
Star Trek and Doctor Who alumni cast on the hit series.
Heroes Gets a Villain
- October 30, 2006
The show's sinister (but near-sighted) bad guy becomes a series regular.
Heroes Gets a Full Season Order
- October 6, 2006
NBC picks up the new superhero series for a full 22 episode season.
Features
Behind the Glasses: Heroes Star Jack Coleman
- February 16, 2007
The Heroes star on whether his character is good, bad, or something else.
IGN Interview: Heroes and 24 Star Rena Sofer
- January 30, 2007
The actress on what it's like to play part of the Petrelli family on Heroes, and the wife of 24's evil Graem, all at the same time.
IGN Interview: Heroes Star Greg Grunberg
- January 29, 2007
The actor talks to us about what's to come this season for his mind reading character.
Heroes United
- January 19, 2007
TCAs: The cast and producer talk about the return of the series.
Heroes' Hiro Talks
- January 5, 2007
Masi Oka discusses the dinosaurs, swords, love interests and father issues in store for his character.
2006 Year in Review: TV
- December 22, 2006
From Heroes to Battlestar Galactica to Deadwood and beyond, we look at 2006 in the world of television.
Heroes and Their Comic Book Counterparts, 2nd Edition
- December 19, 2006
Which comic characters are the Heroes stars most like?
Heroes: The Petrelli Brothers Soar
- November 10, 2006
Adrian Pasdar and Milo Ventimiglia talk about playing TV super heroes and what's to come.
Heroes and Their Comic Book Counterparts
- October 27, 2006
Which comic characters are the Heroes stars most like?
IGN Set Visit: Heroes
- October 20, 2006
We visit the set of the hit series and speak to the superpowered cast.
Two Heroes Speak: Niki and Isaac
- October 13, 2006
Heroes cast members Ali Larter and Santiago Cabrera, along with creator Tim Kring, discuss the new hit show.
IGN Interview: Heroes' Milo Ventimiglia and Masi Oka
- September 26, 2006
We talk to two members of the new NBC show about super powers, spoilers and what gives Batman his edge.
A Conversation with Heroes
- September 22, 2006
We talk to the cast and creator of the new superhero series!
Interview: Greg Grunberg
- May 22, 2006
IGN talks to the actor about why his character on Alias was a bad boyfriend, Lost and his new series Heroes.
Mailbags
IGN TV Mailbag: 12/07/06
- December 7, 2006
Your thoughts on Heroes, Day Break, Survivor and more.
IGN TV Mailbag: 10/26/06
- October 26, 2006
Desperate Housewives, Heroes, Smallville, and Lost.
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